The .35 Winchester (also known as .35 Win) is a rifle cartridge that was introduced by the Winchester Repeating Arms Company in 1903. It is a rimmed, bottleneck cartridge designed for use in lever-action rifles, specifically the Winchester Model 1895. The .35 Winchester was intended for medium to large game hunting.
The cartridge originally featured a 250-grain bullet with a muzzle velocity of around 2200 feet per second, offering substantial energy to take down game such as deer, black bear, and moose. Its design emphasized a balance between power and manageable recoil, making it suitable for hunters seeking a versatile round for a variety of North American game.
Despite its capabilities, the .35 Winchester never gained widespread popularity and was eventually overshadowed by other cartridges. It was officially discontinued by Winchester in the mid-20th century, and ammunition for it is now considered rare and primarily of interest to collectors and enthusiasts of vintage firearms.